Brown is seeking undisclosed damages and wants to have his defamation suit heard by a jury.

Taylor's attorney, David Haas, blasted Brown, saying that it was his own "self-destructive conduct that led to the demise of his NFL career."

"In the past, Defendant Brown has used intimidation to avoid responsibility for his actions," Haas said. "However, Ms. Taylor will not be bullied and remains steadfast in holding Defendant Brown accountable."